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in Chinese in the same language and the

increasing use of Chinese translations in

Government documents prepared for use by

members of the public. Where the New

Territories is concerned, you are of course

aware that all correspondence and meetings

between Heung Yee Kuk and the New Territories

Administration are conducted in Chinese

(with interpretation where necessary).

Representation of Heung Yee Kuk on Executive and Legislative Councils

Members of the Executive and Legislative

Councils are not appointed on a geographical

basis. This does not mean that New

Territories' interests or, for that matter,

the interests of any other geographical area,

It is understood are being neglected. You are no doubt aware

that members of the two Councils have been

making regular visits to the New Territories,

particularly during the past two years and

more visits are planned. A number of

questions have been asked in the Legislative

Council on New Territories matters recently.

In addition, members of the Kuk have, of

course, access to the office of UMELCO.

Localization of civil service The Hong Kore

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Government's general recruitment policy has

for some years been based on the appointment

wherever possible of suitable and qualified

bona-fide local candidates to positions in

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